1999 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cobra | Lancer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |